Student walking Blanchardstown Campus

Making the Most of Your Visit

In advance of the Open Day...

Read our Schedule of Talks

Our open day takes place in the Central Quad and the East Quad, with course specific talks taking place in various lecture halls and labs throughout the day. We will also host talks about our new courses. 

Read our Undergraduate Prospectus

Our Prospectus contains a full list of the courses available at TU Dublin. You’ll also find information on our various student supports and scholarships and how to get involved in our student’s union, sports, societies and  student volunteering opportunities.

Prepare your questions in advance

There will be lecturers and students on-hand throughout the day, so it would be wise prepare a few questions in advance. Some questions you may want to ask might be...

  • What are the entry requirements, 
  • Whats covered on the course?
  • How much of the course is exam-based, and how much is assessment based? 
  • How big are the class sizes? 
  • What are the career opportunities after graduation? 

Consider your travel options and get a feel for the campus layout

Grangegorman is based in the heart of the city between Smithfield and Stoneybatter, with entrances from Broadstone, Stoneybatter and North Circular Road. 

Please note that there is no parking available on campus.

Our Address is Grangegorman Lower, Dublin 7, D07 C972. You can view a detailed guide on how to get here and view our campus map here: 

Getting to Grangegorman

On the day

Pack a bag with a few things to set yourself up for the day – for example the agenda, a phone charger or an extra bag for carrying any extra brochures, etc. You are welcome also bring someone else, such as a family member, for a second opinion.

Your top priority on the day: Getting the information you need about TU Dublin

It might be fun to hang with some friends, but finding out about your course should be at the top of your list of things to find out about at our open day. 

  • At the course stands, talk to lecturers, our Student Recruitment team, and current students on the course.
  • Ask questions so that you understand exactly what is involved in the course: the modules and methods of assessment; what will you be doing on a weekly basis; how many hours of lectures, what’s the balance between practice and theory etc. 
  • Attend a course specific talk. These are scheduled to take place throughout the day. Check the Open Day Schedule for times and locations: Schedule of Talks
  • Learn about our new courses. We are launching a number of new course for CAO 2026. These will be presented at various talks throughout the day: New Programme Launches
  • Look around our campus to get a feel for what its like. Campus tours will depart from the Central Quad Plaza at the following times: 10:45, 11:45 & 12:45 (Weather Permitting)

Eating at the Open Day

Our Canteens in Rathdown House, East Quad and Central Quad will be open from 9am on the day. There will also be food trucks present on the plaza (between East Quad and Central Quad). 

Breakfast Deals (Rathdown House)

  • Coffee & pastry for €5.
  • Full Irish breakfast for €5.

Lunch Deals (Rathdown House)

  • 1 hot main dish & 1 side (Traditional Irish Stew or Veggie Stew with creamy mashed potatoes) for €7.50
  • Chips & curry sauce for €2.50
  • Pizza slice & chips for €6

Breakfast & Lunch Deals (Central Quad)

  • Coffee & pastry: €5
  • Pizza slice & 330ml soft drink can: €6

After the event

Follow up and grow your network

Follow up with anyone you met, in person or on social media. Whether they were in Student Recruitment, a lecturer or a fellow student, it could help you get a better feel for our campus. One of the great things about TU Dublin is how passionate our staff are about working here and helping students. You can find us on Tik Tok, Facebook and Instagram, with lots of tips from students and staff. Get in touch and we’ll do our best to answer any questions you have.

Know your dates and your CAO preferences

Are you sure where TU Dublin is ranked on your CAO preferences? Lots of students rush through the form to meet the 1 February deadline. Don’t forget you have up to 1 July to make changes and make sure your form reflects what course you really want. Don’t focus on Level 8 courses only – ensure you research Level 6 and 7 courses that you might be interested in to help you find a career you are passionate about. View our Top Tips for applying to the CAO.